10 Items That’ll Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

New year, new opportunities…or at least that’s what we say every 365 days. Come January, a fresh calendar is the perfect excuse to reshape old habits and take on some new challenges.

Still, statistics show that only about 9.2 percent of people stick with their New Year’s resolutions as time goes on. No matter what your goals are for 2019, these gifts will help you conquer them. Here's what to buy based off what you're trying to accomplish.

Eat healthier.

If you’ve ever used a subpar blender, then you know just how off-putting it can be to have chunks of ice in there ruining your post-sweat vibe. A well-crafted smoothie can help you kickstart muscle recovery post-workout and keep your diet in check.

This Vitamix Professional Series is a splurge, sure, but you’ll never look at a blender the same way again. With five pre-programmed settings for smoothies, soups, and more, as well as a commercial-grade 2.2-peak horsepower motor, this is the Cadillac of blenders.

Get more sleep.

Is there anything worse than unwanted noises from your neighbors when you’re trying to hit the hay after a long day? These might look like small headphones, but the Bose noise-masking sleepbuds are so much more.

They come pre-loaded with soothing sounds, which'll help you get to sleep and stay asleep.

Stop procrastinating.

There’s been loads of research done on the benefits of writing things down. While some studies suggest that putting pen to paper can improve immune cell activity, others indicate that it can help improve your memory, help you sleep, and even amp up your productivity.

If you start small, journaling won’t feel so intimidating. This Five-Minute Journal has been backed by the likes of Tim Ferriss, and is broken up into a morning and night section to help you bookend your day with a clear mind.

Destress.

Between your packed social calendar and the craziness at work, sometimes it’s hard to find your chill. That’s where meditation comes in. Research shows that finding some time to breathe and chill can dramatically lower your stress levels, as well as increase self-awareness and even make you a better athlete.

Headspace, a free meditation app, offers a wide range of meditation packs covering topics from stress to relationships to competition. Begin with a 5-minute session to get the hang of it, and then work your way up.

Get more organized.

There’s nothing more annoying than having to carry around three different bags when you leave the house in the morning. This Dagne Dover bag will forever change the way you get from point A to point B without losing your mind.

It comes with a designated laptop compartment, a key leash, two interior mesh pockets, and a specific spot for water bottles—there’s nothing this bag is without. And it's available in 12 colors, so there’s a pick to match every outfit.

Turn your commute into a workout.

One of the biggest misconceptions that people have about finding time for fitness is that it takes too much time. Conquer your daily exercise goals by making your daily commute a bit more active with the help of this bikefrom Specialized.

The best part? It's lightweight, and comes with no-pop Nimbus Airless tires, which means you’ll never have to change a tube ever.

Run more often.

The secret to getting in more miles? Finding the right footwear. There’s something to be said about feeling like you’re flying, and the sensation offered by Nike’s Zoom Peg Turbo gets you pretty close.

The lightweight sneaker comes with Flywire cables that hug the mid foot where you need support, and ZoomX foam that provides the kind of responsiveness runners crave.

Lift more weight.

When you exercise, you sweat. Sometimes, that slippery situation can get in the way of the gains you’ve been working oh-so-hard for. Ditch the messy chalk blocks in favor of this ultra grip spray from SweatWellth.

Formulated to prevent gross rips and unwanted blisters, this will give you one less thing to worry about when going for that heavy squat clean PR.

Emily AbbateEmily Abbate is a freelance writer, certified fitness trainer, and host of the podcast Hurdle.

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